The dedicated Vello HB-35 Lens Hood is specifically designed for use with Nikon's 18-200mm AF-S lens. It is primarily used to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of it. A dedicated hood is crafted to perfectly suit the specific focal length of the lens it is designed for. Additionally, this hood features a non-glare matte finish on the interior surface to further prevent or limit lens flare. Also, since the end of the lens is extended, you get the added benefit of some extra protection from accidental impact.

The "petal" shape of this lens hood maximizes the amount of hood coverage for the minimum amount of weight and hood area. The bayonet mount is designed to also work in the reversed position, allowing the hood to be placed backwards over the lens for a more compact storage solution.

For Nikon 18-200mm AF-S Lens

Designed to accommodate the exact angle of view of the camera's lens

Minimizes flare and ghosting by blocking out stray light

Protects your lens from accidental impact and the elements

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this plastic or metal? Also , there are two versions of this product which is better?

A: Plastic , this comes with hood cap

Q: 2. Will the Sony 16-50 MM lens retract properly? Must the shade be reversed? How about vignetting?

A: Vello LHS-1650B Dedicated Lens Hood will allow the Sony 16-50 lens to retract properly. The lens hood is not used reversed. It does not vignette the image.

Q: 3. Can you reverse the sun shade on the lens in order to store it more efficently?

A: Yes, the Vello LHS-1650B Dedicated Lens Hood does have threading and can be used reversed for storage.

Q: 4. does this fit Fuji xf23 mm f2?

A: It does not. That lens uses this hood: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1298018-REG/fujifilm_16494863_lens_hood_for_xf.html

Q: 5. Do you have to remove the lens shade after each use? Also, why are there slits in the shade itself?

A: Vello LHS-1650B Dedicated Lens Hood does not need to be removed after use. The slits on the shade allow it to be lighter.

Q: 6. Does this hook work with FE 28-60 mm Sony. At 28 mm, will it have a little black shades at the corner?

A: The Vello LHS-1650B lens hood will fit the Sony 28-60mm lens and it does not vignette the image.

Q: 7. Will this work with Canon's EF-S 18-55mm f/**4**-5.6 IS STM lens - NOT the EF-S 18-55mm f/**3.5**-5.6 IS STM lens? (Both are 58mm filter size diameter)

A: I happen to have both of these lenses. This hood will not work on your lens. It only works on the STM lens. You need the EW-60C hood. Canon and Vello both make this hood. My hoods are Vello and they attach securely and work fine.

Q: 8. Do Vello make hoods that fit Sigma lenses such as the 17-70mm zoom with a 72mm filter size?

A: I purchased the ET-83C hood for a Canon 100-400 f 4.5-5.6. The filter ring for this lenses is 77 mm and your Sigma lenses is 72 mm filter size. This hood would not fit. All the best.

Q: 9. other canon 24-70 lens hood?

A: Yes, check out the Vello EW-88C Dedicated Lens Hood with Metal Lock https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/883623-REG/vello_lhc_ew88c_ew_88c_dedicated_lens_hood.html

Q: 10. Will this hood fit the Canon RF-S 10-18mm lens? I cannot find a Vello EW-53B version hood.

A: No, the Vello LHC-EW53 Dedicated Lens Hood, BH #VELHCEW53 model would not work for the Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens (Canon RF), BH #CA101845IS. We do not have an alternative that would work at this time.